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Christmas in the Historic House

Step into the story this December and experience a Scott family Christmas at Abbotsford with a special edition audio tour, festive spotlight displays, and the…...

23rd November, 2024 - 5th January, 2025

Josie Duncan Trio – Autumn Trad Festival 2024

Josie Duncan is a captivating folk-inspired songwriter and an award-winning singer from the Isle of Lewis. With a voice that radiates warmth and vulnerability, Josie…...

19th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Lussa + Rose Byers – Autumn Trad Festival 2024

Inspired by the Latin word for "light", Lussa is an upcoming folk band based in Glasgow. We create fresh, spirited arrangements of both original and…...

18th October, 2024 - 18th October, 2024

Queens and Rebels: A Journey Through Historic Fashion

Step into a world where history and fashion intertwine for an unforgettable day of captivating stories. Join us for a journey through historic fashion, comparing…...

9th November, 2024 - 9th November, 2024

Author Talk: The Specimens with Mairi Kidd

Do you think you know the story of Burke and Hare? Think again… We are delighted to welcome Mairi Kidd to the Tapestry as part…...

29th October, 2024 - 29th October, 2024

Makers Market at Borders Textile Towerhouse

Kickstart your Christmas shopping at this vibrant two-day market featuring work from a fantastic range of makers including textiles, jewellery, glassware and so much more.…...

29th November, 2024 - 30th November, 2024

Gothic, Ghostly & Gruesome Tales

Gothic, Ghostly & Gruesome Tales as part of the Rantin’ Rovin’ Romantics programme of talks and events inspired by the Bicentennial celebration of ‘The Private…...

31st October, 2024 - 31st October, 2024

Halloween Fun for Monsters of All Ages!

This Halloween, little and big monsters alike can enjoy hands-on crafts and games, with a bit of boo-tiful learning thrown in! Join us for the…...

17th October, 2024 - 17th October, 2024

Snowdrop Walk

Join the Rangers to learn more about the beautiful snowdrops, heritage trees and wildlife of this special site. Family friendly activities will be delivered throughout…...

16th March, 2025 - 16th March, 2025

Great Big Living History Week Melrose Abbey

Our Living History characters are back all over Scotland! Especially for the October Holidays Historic Environment Scotland sites all over the country will be hosting…...

11th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Melrose

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Jedburgh

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Great Big Living History Week Dumfries

Our Living History characters are back all over Scotland! Especially for the October Holidays Historic Environment Scotland sites all over the country will be hosting…...

11th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Potion Maker’s Trail – Dumfries

Can you free our ancient places from a magic spell? Find the plants scattered around the sites to assemble the clues, then chant a rhyme…...

11th October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

World Porridge Day

New Abbey Corn Mill Join us at New Abbey Corn Mill as we celebrate World Porridge Day. Come along and meet the mill worker to…...

10th October, 2024 - 11th October, 2024

Halloween Trail at Jedburgh Castle Jail

The old bell tolls as the witching hour descends on Jedburgh Castle Jail. Take a walk through haunted hallways and creepy cells while you complete…...

5th October, 2024 - 31st October, 2024

Santa’s Back at Gilnockie Tower!

Santa had such a delightful experience at Gilnockie Tower last year that he’s returning to spread even more holiday joy! He’s thrilled to meet all…...

21st December, 2024 - 21st December, 2024

Santa’s Back at Gilnockie Tower!

Santa had such a delightful experience at Gilnockie Tower last year that he’s returning to spread even more holiday joy! He’s thrilled to meet all…...

14th December, 2024 - 14th December, 2024

Hawick Art Club – Winter Exhibition

This year, the popular annual open exhibition returns with a fresh twist in this new seasonal slot. Hawick Art Club presents The Winter Exhibition, showcasing…...

8th November, 2024 - 30th November, 2024

Ghostly Tales with the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets

Join us for a day of Ghostly Tales with the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets Step into the eerie world of Gilnockie Tower, where the shadows of…...

19th October, 2024 - 19th October, 2024

Dark Tales of Old Annan

Join your trusty guides and delve into the town’s murky, mysterious past, as we meander through courtyard and close, kirkyard and wynd. Despair at an…...

17th October, 2024 - 17th October, 2024

Wreath Making at Gilnockie Tower

Experience Holiday Magic at Gilnockie Tower! Immerse yourself in the festive spirit this December with our enchanting Wreath Making workshop, set in the historic charm…...

6th December, 2024 - 6th December, 2024

Ann Smith – For the Love of Fibre & Felt. New work inspired by countryside and coast

Ann’s artwork is an explosion of colour in beautiful wool fibres. Using a selection of Merino, Blue Face Leicester, silks, wool nepps, wool curls, wool…...

2nd November, 2024 - 3rd February, 2025

Broughton House by Candlelight

Broughton House guides will present a candlelit tour of the home of Glasgow Boy and cornerstone of the Kirkcudbright art scene E.A Hornel. Guests can…...

31st October, 2024 - 31st October, 2024

Lifeblood: Stories of Cholera, Calamity and Hope

Join Mostly Ghostly as we celebrate the beautifully restored Dumfries Fountain, with a tour exploring the impact of two major Cholera epidemics on our town.…...

23rd October, 2024 - 23rd October, 2024

Close Encounters of The Eerie Kind

Mostly Ghostly open their case files to reveal a personal collection of eerie encounters... Storytellers, history enthusiasts, paranormal researchers and creators of a unique range…...

12th October, 2024 - 12th October, 2024

Crichton Conversation with Professor Rex Taylor

Professor Rex Taylor Growing a University: reflections on the Crichton Campus Thursday 26th September 2024, 7:30 – 9 pm (doors open 6:30 pm with tea…...

26th September, 2024 - 26th September, 2024

Halloween at Witch Corner: Spirits of the Forest

Meet the creatures who live between worlds at Witch Corner this October and experience our show-stopping folklore sculptures transformed with the sights and sounds of…...

1st October, 2024 - 3rd November, 2024

Jedburgh Magical Mystery Show

A Festival of Stories Fringe event > head out into Jedburgh and discover three mystery performers in three mystery locations for a night of unknown…...

13th September, 2024 - 13th September, 2024

Author Talk by Andrew McPherson- William Gillies: Modernism and Nation in British Art

Join author Andrew McPherson in situ at the William Gillies – Modernism and Nation RSA Touring Exhibition at Hawick Museum for an insightful talk about…...

12th October, 2024 - 12th October, 2024

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